The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Lyon Saint-Exupery Airport (LYS) in Lyon, France is 9,048 kilometers (5,622 miles / 4,885 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northeast at a heading of 32°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Brazil with France. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 21:12 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 01:12 in Lyon. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Lyon (LYS) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 224° (southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) and Lyon Saint-Exupery Airport (LYS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.